Summary
- Console players can now participate in the playtest for skate., the highly anticipated new entry in the Skate franchise.
- This playtest is available via the skate. Insider program on Xbox and PlayStation consoles.
- skate. is confirmed to be free-to-play, set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, with further gameplay details to be revealed.
Console players can finally experience skate., the long-awaited addition to the popular Skate franchise, through a new playtest. While playtesting has been ongoing since mid-2022, it was previously limited to PC. Xbox and PlayStation players can now enjoy the first new Skate game in over 15 years.
The last Skate game, Skate 3, launched in 2010. Despite a dedicated fanbase, EA seemingly shelved the franchise, focusing on other genres. However, persistent fan support, notably the #Skate4 hashtag, led to the announcement of a dedicated development team and a new game. Last fall, skate. was announced for early access in 2025, and this console playtest is a significant step towards that release.
Via the official skate. Twitter account, Xbox and PlayStation players can now access the playtest through the skate. Insider program (registration required). A short video featuring the development team teased the playtest, confirming more Black hairstyle options and playfully addressing the "Fall 2024" playtest announcement.
Confirmed as a free-to-play, live-service game by EA, details on skate. remain limited. The skateboarding sim is set in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, a work-in-progress inspired by San Vanelona, Port Carverton, and real-world locations. While a map leaked in 2023, it's likely to have undergone significant changes. Fans can register for the playtest or wait for the wider release.
Skate Around in the Meantime
While slated for early access in 2025, delays are a possibility. In the meantime, fans can explore other skateboarding games before skate.'s full release.
